Italian football: Carpi and Cittadella advance in Coppa Italia

In Coppa Italia Serie C, Carpi secured a spot in the quarter-finals after a dramatic comeback against Ravenna. Despite Ravenna leading 2-0 through a Spini brace and dominating much of the match, Carpi rallied with goals from Zagnoni, Carcani, and Sall. A late equalizer by Esposito forced a penalty shootout, which Carpi won 7-5 following key saves by goalkeeper Gasperini.

In another Coppa Italia Serie C fixture, Cittadella defeated Union Brescia 2-1 at the Rigamonti stadium to advance to the quarter-finals. Brescia, managed by Eugenio Corini, utilized a rotated squad featuring several young players but failed to convert key opportunities.

Other regional and youth football results include Gabicce Gradara advancing to the Coppa Italia Promozione quarter-finals after a 1-0 victory over Urbania. In the U17 Campionato Carnico, Cavazzo rose to second place following a 5-3 win against San Daniele. In women's futsal, New Bisceglie Girls opened their Coppa Italia campaign with a 4-0 victory over Futura Bitonto.